In a surprise move, the New Jersey Devils have traded goalie Jacob Markstrom to free up cap space and potentially land one of the NHL's top netminders. With Markstrom off the books, the Devils now have the flexibility to pursue big-name goalies like Connor Hellebuyck, who has been linked to trade rumors, or Sergei Bobrovsky, a veteran goalie with a proven track record of success. The trade is seen as a bold move by Devils' management, who are looking to bolster their roster ahead of the upcoming season. As the NHL's free agency period heats up, the Devils' decision to trade Markstrom could be a game-changer for their chances of making a deep playoff run.

Trading Jacob Markstrom Allows The Devils To Chase Connor Hellebuyck, Sergei Bobrovsky  Yahoo Sports